At meeting of Clay Club, Lincoln introduces resolutions expressing grief over death of John Brodie. On motion of Dr. A. G. Henry, committee of five is appointed to inquire into cause of accident.Sangamo Journal, 8 August 1844; Resolutions Adopted by Springfield Clay Club on the Death of John Brodie, 7 August 1844, CW, 1:341.

Jacob Lewis presents voucher at Robert Irwin's store for $7 for services, and is paid from Lincoln's account.Irwin Ledger.